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Neck cooling, with or without menthol mouth rinse, improves repeated-shuttle sprint performance and perceived thermal strain in hijab-wearing female futsal players in hot-dry indoor conditions.
European journal of applied physiology·June 29, 2026·PMID 42371080
Why it mattersFor athletes who wear hijabs and compete in hot indoor environments, practical cooling strategies like neck cooling can directly enhance intermittent sprint performance and reduce thermal discomfort, addressing a specific heat-strain risk.
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